A police officer from Galați is being investigated disciplinarily after he fined a volunteer firefighter over 3,000 lei while he was heading to an intervention for a fire.

The Galaţi County Police Inspectorate announced that a police officer who issued a fine of 3,037.5 lei to a volunteer firefighter, who was on his way to an intervention, is the subject of a disciplinary investigation. The firefighter was sanctioned for using unauthorized light and sound devices.

The leadership of the Galaţi County Police Inspectorate has initiated internal checks to clarify the circumstances of the incident, emphasizing the importance of adhering to professional ethics. Additionally, the Galaţi County Police Inspectorate expressed regret for the situation created, reaffirming its commitment to institutional cooperation and professional responsibility in the interest of citizens.